Large Daum Nancy Cameo Glass Vase with Cherry Blossoms – Early 20th Century
Maker: Daum Nancy, France
Medium: Cameo Glass with Hand-Painted Enamel Decoration
Design: Cherry Blossoms in Bloom
Dimensions: 10.5" high
Signature: Engraved Daum Nancy France 
Date: Early 20th century
Condition: Excellent
 
A beautifully crafted Daum Nancy cameo glass vase, decorated throughout with delicate hand-painted cherry blossoms, capturing the gentle charm of spring in bloom. The soft layering of etched glass and richly colored enamels reflect Daum’s signature Art Nouveau aesthetic—drawing inspiration from nature and the changing seasons.
Expertly acid-etched and enameled, this vase is signed Daum Nancy France. A fine example of early 20th-century French art glass and a testament to the Daum brothers’ innovative craftsmanship.
 
About Daum Nancy
Founded in 1878 in Nancy, France, Daum became one of the foremost studios of the Art Nouveau movement, achieving international acclaim for its exquisitely detailed cameo glass. Under the direction of brothers Antonin and Auguste Daum, the firm specialized in layered glassworks that were acid-etched and often hand-painted or wheel-carved, depicting natural motifs such as trees, flowers, and landscapes.
Daum’s collaborations with École de Nancy artists and its distinctive use of color and texture elevated the firm to the same prestige as Gallé. The presence of the Cross of Lorraine in the signature confirms the authenticity and early origin of their pieces. Today, Daum remains synonymous with artistry and elegance in decorative glass.
 
Location: Ambleside